Content Project Manager - Edtech

Academian Inc; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Academian Inc. is seeking a Content Project Manager to lead end-to-end projects in content development and educational technology.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines and budgets, and engage with senior stakeholders to ensure alignment with strategic objectives and quality standards. The role demands a senior professional with deep expertise in project management, content development, and EdTech, capable of navigating complex, multi-disciplinary programs while driving

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of project management experience in content development and/or EdTech industries.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Educational Technology, or a related field; PMP/PgMP/Agile certifications are highly desirable.
• Strong proficiency with project management tools (Jira, Asana, Trello, MS Project) and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
• Exceptional leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills with excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strategic thinking with ability to manage multiple projects while ensuring quality and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Deep understanding of content development, eLearning and educational technology platforms.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end project lifecycle for content creation and EdTech solutions, on time and within scope.
• Lead cross-functional teams including content creators, instructional designers, developers, and subject matter experts.
• Serve as primary point of contact for internal stakeholders; communicate progress, risks and outcomes clearly.
• Monitor budgets and resource allocations to maintain project timelines and efficiency.
• Identify and address bottlenecks and risks; implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure deliverables meet high-quality standards and align with strategic goals and UX/ID best practices.
• Continuously evaluate and refine project management processes to improve efficiency and outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Budgeting

Risk management

Content development

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP / PgMP / Agile SAFe

Tools

Jira

Asana

Trello

MS Project

Job description

The Content Project Manager will be responsible for leading and coordinating projects across the entire project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, timelines, and quality standards. The role demands a professional with deep expertise in project management, content development, and educational technology, who can lead cross-functional teams effectively and navigate the complexities of both content-driven and technology enabled projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Lifecycle Management: Oversee and manage the end-to-end project lifecycle for content creation and EdTech solutions, ensuring that projects are executed efficiently, within scope, and delivered on time.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration: Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, including content creators, instructional designers, developers, and subject matter experts, fostering a collaborative work environment to drive project success.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders, including senior leadership, clients, and external partners, ensuring clear, timely, and transparent communication regarding project progress, risks, and outcomes.
• Budget & Resource Management: Monitor project budgets and resource allocations to ensure optimal efficiency. Identify and address any potential bottlenecks or resource gaps to maintain project timelines.
• Risk Management & Mitigation: Proactively identify project risks and challenges, implementing appropriate risk management strategies to ensure minimal disruption and project success.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure that all deliverables meet high-quality standards, aligning with the company’s strategic goals and educational objectives, while adhering to user experience and instructional design best practices.
• Process Optimization: Continuously evaluate and refine project management processes, incorporating best practices and lessons learned to drive increased operational efficiency and improved project outcomes

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of project management experience within the content development and/or EdTech industries, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex, high-impact projects.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Educational Technology, or a related field is required.; Professional certifications such as PMP, PgMP, Agile/Scrum (CSM, SAFe, or equivalent) are highly desirable and will be considered a strong advantage.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Trello, MS Project) and methodologies (e.g., Agile,Waterfall).
• Leadership & Communication: Exceptional leadership abilities, with experience in managing cross functional teams. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of interacting with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic Thinking: Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently while maintaining a focus on quality and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Industry Knowledge: In-depth understanding of content development, eLearning, and educational technology platforms, with a focus on optimizing user experience and educational outcomes